Steven Nyman had the top time for the U.S., 0.79 seconds behind Jansrud.

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The downhill race is Friday.

One of the big favorites will be Norway's Aksel Lund Svindal after he won a downhill and super-G race in Lake Louise, Alberta, last weekend.

Bode Miller tested out the course as a forerunner before the training run. Miller's taking a break from World Cup racing this season. The six-time Olympic medalist will serve as a commentator for the races.